"We are not makers of history. We are made by history."
- Martin Luther King, Jr.
The purpose of this website is to educate people on the Civil Rights movement and the impact it has had on the United States . The Civil Rights movement was a period of time spanning from 1954-1968. Throughout these years African Americans fought for equality and an end to racial discrimination. In this website you will find articles and other resources to help you better understand this difficult time.